About NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Northwest Arkansas Community College, a two-year, public institution of higher learning, can trace its origins to the 1970s, when it operated as a branch campus of what was then known as North Arkansas Community College. Then in 1989, the citizens of Bentonville and Rogers, Arkansas voted to establish the branch as an independent school, and it adopted its Northwest Arkansas Community College title. The core mission of NWACC is to “serve and strengthen the community through learning for living.” Today NWACC has over 8,000 students and more than 75 degrees and certificates.
Students at NWACC can complete a variety of programs leading to associate degrees or career and technical certificates, which can transfer to four-year institutions or straight into the workforce, respectively. In addition to traditional, face-to-face classes, Northwest Arkansas Community College offers over 200 online classes through the distance learning program. There are 9 different degrees available either 100% or 95% online. NWACC online degrees are designed and taught by the same instructors who teach on campus but allow students to complete coursework on their own schedules.
Accreditation & Licensing
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Type:
2-year, PublicHighest Level Offered:
Associate's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Not applicableEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 10,832 ; Graduate: Not applicablePercent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 36% ; Graduate: Not applicableGraduation Rate:
27%Transfer Rate:
21%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$43,505Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$9,506Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
52%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$2,181Credit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
NorthWest Arkansas Community College is located in Arkansas
Arkansas at a Glance:
Top Majors in Arkansas:
Top Incentives in Arkansas:
- Arkansas Academic Challenge Scholarship: Up to $5,000 annually
- Arkansas Future Grant: Last-dollar tuition and fees
- Arkansas Health Education Grant: Varies by program
Top Career Pathways in Arkansas:
- Entry Level: Logistics Coordinator ($55,000)
- Mid Level: Supply Chain Manager ($85,000)
- Senior Level: Operations Director ($130,000+)
- Required Education: BS Supply Chain Management
- Certifications: APICS, CSCP, PMP
- Entry Level: Clinic Manager ($58,000)
- Mid Level: Healthcare Administrator ($88,000)
- Senior Level: Hospital Director ($135,000+)
- Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
- Certifications: ACHE, RHIA
- Entry Level: Process Engineer ($65,000)
- Mid Level: Manufacturing Manager ($95,000)
- Senior Level: Plant Director ($140,000+)
- Required Education: BS Engineering
- Certifications: Six Sigma, PE, PMP